Night Shift Rail Loadout Operator

Heidelberg Materials; Chico (TX); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

HSA/HRA/FSA

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Disability coverage

Bonding leave

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a safety-focused rail loadout operator in Texas. You will safely operate rail loadout systems to load aggregates into railcars per production schedules, inspect railcars and equipment, and collaborate with maintenance and transportation teams.

This role requires strong attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in varied outdoor conditions; starting pay $24.15/hr DOE.

Qualifications

• Commitment to safety procedures and workplace rules.
• Ability to operate equipment and monitor processes.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping.
• Effective communication and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.
• Mechanical aptitude to learn rail loading systems.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate rail loadout systems and equipment to load aggregate products into railcars per production schedules.
• Inspect railcars, loading equipment, and work areas for safety and efficiency.
• Monitor loadout processes and maintain accurate production, inventory, and shipment records.
• Perform routine housekeeping, basic maintenance, and inspections to support reliability.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and transportation teams to meet customer and shipping requirements.

Skills

Safety mindset

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Process monitoring

Job description

Line of Business: Aggregates

About Us

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world’s largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Safely operate rail loadout systems and equipment to load aggregate products into railcars according to production schedules.
• Inspect railcars, loading equipment, and work areas to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Monitor loadout processes and maintain accurate production, inventory, and shipment records.
• Perform routine housekeeping, basic maintenance, and equipment inspections to support operational reliability.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and transportation teams to meet customer and shipping requirements.

What Are We Looking For

• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and adherence to established procedures.
• Ability to operate equipment, monitor processes, and troubleshoot operational issues effectively.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate records and product quality standards.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills in a fast-paced industrial environment.
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to learn and apply rail loading systems, processes, and technology.

Conditions of Employment

• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug screen, and background check.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States and comply with all company policies and safety requirements.

Work Environment

• Role operates primarily in environments where the conditions include moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, cold, humidity, and elevated noise level.

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing, walking, climbing stairs and ladders, and working on uneven surfaces throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials, tools, and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, and performing repetitive physical tasks.
• Ability to work at heights and around moving mechanical equipment while maintaining situational awareness.
• Capability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and perform essential job functions in varying outdoor weather conditions.

What We Offer

• Starting Pay $24.15 per hour DOE
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions.
• Highly competitive benefits programs, including: Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits Health Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance Paid Bonding Leave, 10 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave, and 10 Paid Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled.

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